Quotes by Hobbes, Thomas

Desire to know why, and how -- curiosity, which is a lust of the mind, >>

The praise of ancient authors proceeds not from the reverence of the d >>

The privilege of absurdity; to which no living creature is subject, bu >>

Quotations about Understanding

In the long course of history, having people who understand your thoug >>

Understanding can overcome any situation, however mysterious or insurm >>

Many a man would rather you heard his story than granted his request. >>

Understanding is nothing else than conception caused by speech.

Hobbes, Thomas